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Margins of Sound festival brings experimental music to Nanaimo
New festival includes free performances in Bowen Park and workshops.
Tenants union slams Nanaimo’s proposed tenant protection bylaw
Nanaimo tenant protection bylaw would include compensation but no discount on rent in new units
Teenage musicians to play benefit for all-ages venue in Nanaimo
The Globe Live Studio is at risk of closing, but local band End of Thread is rallying behind it to help save the scene.
Experts and community members speak out on need for dry housing in Nanaimo
Former Newcastle Place supportive housing resident says dry housing is needed for some people in recovery.
Q&A with Lauren Semple on Nanaimo Pride and local activism
Nanaimo Pride marks 10 years of parades and 30 years of Pride.
The Great Vancouver Island Land Grab exhibit aims to educate
How a 19th century land grant continues to impact First Nations on Vancouver Island.
Your 2026 Pride guide for central Vancouver Island
Check out local Pride events, plus resources and organizations for 2SLGBTQQIA+ and allies.
Nanaimo’s drag scene ‘is life saving’
“Drag shows and Pride are such a bastion of hope, community, solidarity and joy.’
What to expect on Vancouver Island this wildfire season
What meteorologists are saying to expect and how Nanaimo-area fire departments are preparing for the summer wildfire season.
Margins of Sound festival brings experimental music to Nanaimo
New festival includes free performances in Bowen Park and workshops.
Tenants union slams Nanaimo’s proposed tenant protection bylaw
Nanaimo tenant protection bylaw would include compensation but no discount on rent in new units
Teenage musicians to play benefit for all-ages venue in Nanaimo
The Globe Live Studio is at risk of closing, but local band End of Thread is rallying behind it to help save the scene.
Experts and community members speak out on need for dry housing in Nanaimo
Former Newcastle Place supportive housing resident says dry housing is needed for some people in recovery.
Q&A with Lauren Semple on Nanaimo Pride and local activism
Nanaimo Pride marks 10 years of parades and 30 years of Pride.
The Great Vancouver Island Land Grab exhibit aims to educate
How a 19th century land grant continues to impact First Nations on Vancouver Island.
Your 2026 Pride guide for central Vancouver Island
Check out local Pride events, plus resources and organizations for 2SLGBTQQIA+ and allies.
Nanaimo’s drag scene ‘is life saving’
“Drag shows and Pride are such a bastion of hope, community, solidarity and joy.’
What to expect on Vancouver Island this wildfire season
What meteorologists are saying to expect and how Nanaimo-area fire departments are preparing for the summer wildfire season.